Buick Cascada Buick Cascada 2018 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Buick Cascada vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Buick Cascada vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,515

Ford Explorer XLT   
Difference: $870

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,908

Ford Explorer XLT   
Difference: $1,998

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2018201820122012
ModelCascadaCascadaExplorerExplorer
TrimPremiumSport TouringXLTLimited
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $36,065 $37,065 $32,095 $37,855
Base Invoice $34,622 $35,582 $30,027 $35,268
Metallic paint (extra cost) 395      
Package 205A     2,800  
Navigation system     795 795
Metallic paint (extra cost) 359      
Package 205A     2,380  
Navigation system     676 676
Options (change) 395 0 3,595 795
Options (change) 359 0 3,056 676
Destination 925 925 825 825
Total Price $37,385 $37,990 $36,515 $39,475
Total Invoice $35,906 $36,507 $33,908 $36,769

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Buick Cascada dealer quotes or Ford Explorer dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Buick Cascada vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Buick Cascada Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,950
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,671
Model Year2018201820122012
ModelCascadaCascadaExplorerExplorer
TrimPremiumSport TouringXLTLimited
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine200hp I4200hp I4290hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 7?, 8390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-20245/40-20245/60-18255/50-20
Total Price$37,385$37,990$36,515$39,475
Adjustments for Features-3,820-3,8950-1,565
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,565$34,095$36,515$37,910
Cost Above Minimum$0$530$0$1,395
Total Invoice$35,906$36,507$33,908$36,769
Adjustments for Features-3,669-3,7430-1,458
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,237$32,764$33,908$35,311
Cost Above Minimum$0$527$0$1,403

Return to top

Features Comparison: Buick Cascada vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year2018201820122012
ModelCascadaCascadaExplorerExplorer
TrimPremiumSport TouringXLTLimited
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Heated steering wheel$100$100  
Keyless entry keypad  $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals   $125
Proximity key   $250
Remote app$25$25  
Remote start$150$150 $150
Universal garage door opener   $100
Wind blocker$300$300  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25$25
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests$500$500  
Automatic seat belt presenters, front row$100$100  
Curve control  $50$50
Forward collision warning$200$200  
Knee airbag, driver$75$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75  
Lane departure warning$200$200  
Obstacle detection, front$150$150  
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Safety key  $5$5
Side curtain airbags, three rows  $500$500
Trailer sway control  $25$25
Cargo Management 
Cargo net   $40
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Roof rails  $250$250
Second-row low console$100$100  
Climate Control 
Interior air filter  $0$0
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175  
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150
Rear HVAC unit  $400$400
Rear wiper  $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)  $250$250
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275
Power convertible top$4000$4000  
Rear spoiler  $200$200
Wheel-lip moldings  $75$75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0  
App support$0$0  
DVD-compatible player$0$0  
HD radio   $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn  $25$25
SD Card slot  $25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0  
Surround sound   $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225  
Traffic + travel information  $25$25
Traffic information$25$25  
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50  
Wi-Fi hotspot capability  $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display  $250$250
Power-folding mirrors   $50
Spotter mirror(s)  $50$50
Steering-linked headlights$150$150  
Xenon HID headlights$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Door sill trim plates$100$100 $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75$75
Memory system, driver seat   $200
Metal pedals $75  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100  
Stowable third row seats  $600$600
Total Value of Features$8,650$8,725$4,830$6,395
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,820$3,895$0$1,565
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,669-3,7430-1,458

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Buick Cascada vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182012
ModelCascadaExplorer
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.1 in112.6 in
Length184.9 in197.1 in
Width72.4 in78.9 in
Height56.8 in70.4 in
Curb Weight3,980 lb.4,558 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.3 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.8 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.6 in61.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room45.8 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom32.8 in39.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.4 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
13.443.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.480.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested67596%
Total Not Requested254%
Package 205A
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Unbranded, 8 speakers350No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
A/V input jacks25No
SD Card slot25No
Wi-Fi hotspot capability0Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Navigation, turn-by-turn25No
Total Requested227575%
Total Not Requested75025%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Convertibles
See TrueDelta's information for all Buick models.